Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
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What is Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)? Yes, ADD and ADHD are the same thing. There is no difference between ADD and ADHD. ADD (attention- deficit disorder) is an outdated term for what is now called ADHD (attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder). ADHD is one of the most common mental disorders affecting children. Signs and Symptoms Symptoms of ADHD: hyperactivity, impulsivity, organization, and/or inattention are noticeably greater than expected for their age or developmental level. These symptoms lead to significant suffering and cause problems at home, at school or work, and in relationships. The observed symptoms are not the result of an individual being defiant or not being able to understand tasks or instructions.
There are three main types of ADHD: • Predominantly inattentive presentation. • Predominantly hyperactive/impulsive presentation. • Combined presentation. ADHD and School-age Children
Teachers and school staff can provide parents and doctors with information to help evaluate behavior and learning problems and can assist with behavioral training. However, school staff cannot diagnose ADHD, make decisions about treatment or require that a student take medication to attend school. Only parents and guardians can make those decisions with the child’s health care clinician. Students whose ADHD impairs their learning may qualify for special education under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act or for a Section 504 plan (for children who do not require special education) under the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. Children with ADHD can benefit from study skills instruction, changes to the classroom setup, alternative teaching techniques and a modified curriculum. Resources ➢ Texas Children’s https://www.texaschildrenshealthplan.org/your-health/behavioral-health ➢ Navigate Life Texas https://www.navigatelifetexas.org/en/landing/adhd-in-children ➢ Nemours Kids Health https://kidshealth.org/en/parents/adhd.html ➢ Helpguide.org https://www.helpguide.org/mental-health/adhd/adhd-in-children
Support Groups in Texas
ATTENTION DEFICIT DISORDER To identify ADD group in your state or locality, contact either: www.chadd.org Children & Adult with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder 301-306-7070 1-800-233-4050 8181 Professional Place, Ste 201 Landover, MD 20785 Email: national@chadd.org NATIONAL ATTENTION DEFICIT DISORDER ASSOCIATION (ADDA) www.add.org P.O. Box 1303 Northbrook, IL 60065-1303 email: mail@add.org OPAL CUMMINGS, President Attention Deficit Disorder Association-Southern Region (ADDA) www.adda-sr.org 12345 Jones Road Ste 287 Houston. TX 77070 281-955-3720
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